Grubby
NameGrubby
Scientific NameMyoxocephalus aeneus
Common NamesGrubby, Grubby Sculpin, Little Sculpin
FamilyCottidae
OriginNorth Atlantic Ocean, Coastal North America, Greenland
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-55
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, non-aggressive coldwater marine fish, Larger gobies, Certain blennies
Description
The Grubby, also known as the Little Sculpin, is a small, bottom-dwelling marine fish native to cold North Atlantic waters. It is an ambush predator, using its excellent camouflage to blend with rocky and algal substrates while hunting small crustaceans and fish. This species requires a specialized coldwater marine aquarium setup.
